realme launches realme 16T Starting at INR 26,999 alongside realme Buds Air8 Pro and realme Watch S5

New Delhi, India – May 22, 2026:  realme, the most popular smartphone brand among Indian youth, today announced the launch of the realme 16T 5G, the latest addition to its number series along with realme Buds Air 8 Pro along with realme Watch S5  crafted for young users who demand for overall seamless ecosystem  and social-first experiences. realme 16 T 5G, positioned as the “8000mAh 3-Day Powerhouse”, brings together segment-leading battery endurance, AI-driven portrait imaging, long-term smoothness optimization, and robust durability, delivering a reliable companion for gaming, travel, entertainment, and everyday content creation.

8000mAh Built with Segment-Leading Battery Technology for True 3-Day Heavy Usage Endurance

The realme 16T sets a new benchmark in its segment with a massive 8000mAh battery, engineered to power extended gaming sessions, streaming, daily commutes, and heavy social media usage,  significantly reducing charging anxiety with true multi-day endurance under heavy-use scenarios.

Enhancing long-term reliability, the device introduces the segment’s first 7-year battery health solution, combining intelligent charging optimization with advanced battery protection to preserve battery longevity over time. The device also supports 45W fast charging, 15W reverse charging, all-scenario bypass charging, advanced temperature management, and overcharge protection, to improve charging efficiency, minimizing heat during gaming and deliver more stable long-term battery performance.

For entertainment-focused users, the realme 16T 5G delivers stable multitasking and sustained gaming performance across demanding daily usage scenarios.

50MP Sony AI Portrait Camera Powered by Creative AI Features for Social Expression

The realme 16T elevates everyday photography with AI-powered portrait imaging experience, powered by a segment-leading 50MP Sony IMX852 camera. Featuring a large Sony sensor, F1.8 aperture, autofocus support, and the advanced LumaColor Imaging Engine, the system captures

sharper portrait details, richer textures, and more natural colour reproduction across daily photography scenarios. 

The LumaColor IMAGE Engine enhances skin texture, skin tone, and facial composition through AI-driven optimization while preserving natural facial details. Paired with RAW HDR processing and custom white balance tuning, the camera system delivers more balanced highlights, deeper shadows, and more dimensional portrait lighting.

To enhance portrait performance in complex lighting conditions, AI Portrait Glow intelligently optimizes facial lighting and brightness, delivering clearer and more natural-looking portraits across scenarios, like – night scenes, restaurants, concerts, backlit environments, and travel photography.

The realme 16T 5G also features the segment first rear Selfie Mirror, allowing users to preview framing and facial expressions while capturing selfies with the main rear camera.

For social content creation, the realme 16T introduces a suite of AI-powered creative tools, including AI Popout Collage, AI StyleMe, and AI Instant Clip, enabling users to effortlessly create stylized 

portraits and cinematic short-form videos.

6-Year Long-Lasting Smoothness and Military-Grade Durability for Reliable Everyday Experiences

Powered by realme UI 7.0 and the all-new flux engine, the realme 16T delivers smoother multitasking, more responsive animations, and consistently stable performance across long-term daily use. The device is engineered for up to 6 years of fluency protection, helping maintain seamless system responsiveness during gaming, app switching, video streaming, and multitasking scenarios.

For gaming enthusiasts, the realme 16T combines stable frame rate performance, efficient thermal management, and intelligent power optimization to ensure a smoother and more consistent gameplay experience.

The device also supports IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K-rated water and dust resistance, providing reliable protection against splashes, rain, and demanding outdoor conditions. Complementing this, the military-grade shock resistance and reinforced structural design enhance drop protection and overall durability, making it a dependable companion for commuting, travel, and outdoor use.

realme Buds Air8 Pro–

Along with the realme 16T 5G, realme is also launching the realme Buds Air8 Pro, The Next-Gen Hi-Res Audio Beast,  crafted to deliver a flagship-level true wireless audio experience with immersive Hi-Res sound, powerful 55 db active noise cancellation. Additionally, it also boasts VPUs  with a 6 Mic system for distraction-free listening and clearer calls with seamless all-day performance. Equipped with an advanced premier 11mm + 6mm dual-driver setup, LHDC 5.0 support and features bluetooth 6.1 for seamless connectivity. realme Buds Air8 Pro comes with ultra-low 45ms latency for smoother gameplay, triple microphones for clearer calls, intelligent touch controls, IP55 dust and water resistance, and up to 50 hours of total playback and master design  the realme Buds Air8 Pro combines premium audio innovation with everyday convenience.

realme Watch S5 

Complementing this, realme Watch S5 is designed to deliver a premium and intelligent smart wearable experience with advanced fitness tracking, seamless connectivity, and long-lasting battery life. Featuring a 1.43-inch AMOLED display with 1500 nits peak brightness, the smartwatch ensures a vivid and immersive viewing experience across indoor and outdoor environments. Equipped with independent GPS and support for 5 global satellite navigation systems, the Watch S5 is built for fitness enthusiasts and active lifestyles. With advanced health monitoring features including heart rate, SpO2, sleep, stress, and noise tracking, along with support for over 110 sports modes, Bluetooth calling, customizable watch faces, 5ATM water resistance, and up to 20 days of battery life, the Watch S5 combines smart functionality with everyday versatility.

Price and Availability

The realme 16T 5G combines segment-leading battery endurance, AI portrait imaging, long-term smoothness optimization, and reliable durability in one device designed for young users who demand dependable everyday performance and expressive social experiences. The device will be available in three stylish colour options including Aurora Green, Starlight Red and Starlight Black.

The realme 16T 5G will be available from May 27, 2026, priced from INR 26,999*, through Flipkart, realme.com, and mainline stores and authorized retail channels in selected markets worldwide.

realme Buds Air8 Pro  available in two colours Master White and Master Black and will be available from 3rd June, 2026 at a price of INR 6,699. The earbuds will be available across Flipkart, Amazon, Myntra, realme.com and mainlines stores.

The realme Watch S5 available in two colours Sand white and Rock Grey and will be available from 5th June, 2026 at a price of  INR 7,499 The realme Watch S5 will be available at Flipkart, realme.com, and mainline stores.

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About realme

realme is a technology brand committed to delivering cutting-edge innovations and premium designs to young users. Founded in 2018, realme has rapidly expanded to 61 global markets, achieving over 200 million users by 2023 and ranking among the top five smartphone brands in 21 countries. In just five years of its inception, realme has crossed a milestone of 100 million shipments in India and 200 million globally. With a vision to become a sustainable enterprise and a mission to be a tech popularizer for the young generation, exceeding  users’ expectations, realme embodies the spirit of “Make it real.”  

In 2024, the realme number series gained an impressive 18% YoY growth, and by strategically targeting young demographics with superior camera capabilities, next-gen performance and premium design, it managed to capture nearly 30% of the entry-premium segment. realme is committed to leading the 5G revolution, which was evident as realme’s 5G smartphone shipments witnessed an exponential 168% YoY growth in Q1, 2024.

realme pushes technological boundaries with innovations like the World’s fastest 320W Supersonic Charging, Interchangeable-Lens Concept with HyperImage+ engine and 10x optical telephoto zoom capability, AI Voice-based Retoucher, and AI Video Eraser. With 550+ after sales service centres, and partnerships with leading operators and e-commerce platforms, realme continues to shape the future of smart devices with authenticity and ambition.

Collaborating with world-renowned designers, realme creates trendsetting designs that blend aesthetics with cutting-edge technology. Offering a diverse portfolio, realme’s GT Series delivers next-level flagship AI-powered performance, the Number Series balances next-gen performance and cameras, the P Series combines superior performance and style with long-lasting battery life, the Narzo Series is built for gamers with high-refresh displays and optimized performance, and the C Series offers better tech for youth.

For more information, please visit www.realme.com/in/